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Bungeör Lighthouse

LFl (2) White/Red/Green 15s🇸🇪Gotland Municipality, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bungeör Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1950, stands 14 meters tall on the southern tip of Bungeör island. The cylindrical tower is painted white with a single black horizontal band. Its lantern and gallery are visible from the water. The light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 15 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. Bungeör is situated in the center of the southern entrance to the Fårösund, near Gotland, Sweden. The nearest port, Fårösund, is 3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through the southern entrance of the Fårösund, warning them of Bungeör island's presence. Its continued operation ensures safe passage in this busy waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl (2) White/Red/Green 15s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
LFl(2) WRG 15s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1950

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Farosund(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C7163
NGA No.
9852
ARLHS No.
SWE-110

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Gotland Municipality
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Gotland County
Sea Region
A small island in the center of the southern entrance to the Fårösund, located on the southern tip of Bungeör island.
Latitude
57.8211°
Longitude
19.1176°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bungeör Lighthouse at night?+
Bungeör displays the characteristic LFl (2) White/Red/Green 15s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 15 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bungeör Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bungeör Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Strå at 4.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Fårösund (6.1 NM NNW), Sund (6.1 NM NNW), Storugns (10.5 NM WSW), Kappelshamn (10.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bungeör Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bungeör Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Bungeör Lighthouse?+
Bungeör Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Bungeör Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bungeör Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.